East Porterville 40 Poor
East Porterville Livability #1,395 ranked city in California#27,277 ranked city in the USARanks better than 6% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in East Porterville

PROS
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  • Amenities

    A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Access to public transportation in this particular area may be limited, which can result in longer-than-average commute times to reach workplaces.

  • Crime

    This area exhibits elevated crime rates per 100,000 residents, which may suggest it's a potentially unsafe place to reside. These rates encompass both property and violent crimes.

  • Employment

    Low income levels and high unemployment rates results in a low score in the employment category. It could prove difficult to find well-paying employment in this area.

  • Schools

    The lower than average schools score may be influenced by below-average education levels, subpar reading and math scores and the lack of access to local elementary and high schools.

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What's it like Living in East Porterville?

East Porterville is a small-sized city located in the state of California. The city has a population of 5,399 residents. More than a quarter of the residents of East Porterville identify themselves as Hispanic or Latino, and 70% of the population speak Spanish as their primary or secondary language. If you are a young adult or student, you might be pleased to know that the average age of all East Porterville residents is 27. East Porterville is not known to have a high population (over 15 years old) of married people. At only 50% married, this city falls well below the national average. An important consideration when living in East Porterville is the longer-than-average commute times. If you seek a short work commute, this area may not be the best choice for you. The one-way commute time here typically takes 30 minutes, far surpassing the national average of 26 minutes.

If you’re considering moving to any new city, it could be a very intimidating task. However, it could also be a fulfilling experience if you are willing to get to know the city before actually living in East Porterville, California. When searching for a new neighborhood, several key items should be considered. Safety is of utmost importance, ensuring a secure environment with low crime. Proximity to your workplace or school helps reduce commuting time and offers convenience. Access to amenities such as parks, grocery stores, and healthcare facilities enhances your daily life. Public transportation options contribute to easy mobility. A sense of community fosters a supportive and engaging environment. Lastly, the overall atmosphere should align with your desired lifestyle, ensuring a fulfilling living experience. Considering these items will guide you towards finding the perfect neighborhood that fits all your needs. To help you find the best places to live in and around East Porterville, AreaVibes has created a livability score using key metrics like amenities, crime, health & safety and more.

Using data and statistics East Porterville has received a livability score of 40/100. This score is ranked in the 7th percentile when compared to all other cities. This is a poor rating when compared to the average of other places in the country. This city has also earned the dubious distinction of of being ranked among the bottom 10 percent of all US cities. There is at least one category that you should be aware of in East Porterville. The following was graded with a less than perfect score: amenities (F), crime (F), education (F), employment (F) and housing (F).

Being close to public transit, grocery stores, parks and other conveniences are all important when weighing your options for a new home in East Porterville. Before you determine if any of these amenities are available in the area, you will also want to know if the real estate prices in East Porterville are affordable. The median home price for East Porterville homes is $124,400, which is 69.6% lower than the California average. If we take a closer look at the affordability of homes in East Porterville, we’ll see that the home price to income ratio is 4.6, which is 28.1% lower than the California average.

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      East Porterville transportation information

      Statistic East Porterville California National
      Average one way commute30min28min26min
      Workers who drive to work74.1%73.5%76.4%
      Workers who carpool21.8%10.6%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.9%5.2%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%1.1%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.2%2.7%2.8%
      Working from home3.0%5.4%4.6%
      Source: The East Porterville, CA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).